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Old 06-21-2011, 10:23 AM
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I copy and print on freezer paper
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Old 06-21-2011, 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted by QuiltE
If it's one that I'm going to do much cutting with, I take it to the glass shop and have them cut them for me out of the same plastic as our rulers. The cost is minimal!!

I like having the solid thickness of the plastic .... can zip around it pretty quick with a small rotary cutter, and not worry about lopping off the edges of the template, or slicing my finger!!!
Where do you get the thick plastic?
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Old 06-21-2011, 10:30 AM
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I never make or buy templates. I cut everything with the rotory cutter.
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Old 06-21-2011, 11:07 AM
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I didn't see anyone mention Plastic Placemats for your table. I go to the thrift shop and buy plastic place mats. They always have lots of them and are super cheap. They work great.
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Old 06-21-2011, 11:19 AM
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I cut them out of plastic or double tempered masonite, on a table saw or band saw.
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Old 06-21-2011, 12:22 PM
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I've done the same thing. Started with cracker and cereal boxes, moved on to poster board then cardboard, then to the plastic sheets that come in the bacon. I also recently used the plastic cutting boards from the dollar store. It is a little thicker than poster board. For Christmas, I asked my DH for an 8" square ruler. He bought me the whole packaged set. He's very supportive of my "habit". :lol:
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I have a stack of old exrays thanks to a nurse friend of mine. I'm still using them for templates.
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Old 06-21-2011, 01:58 PM
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I have used Avery Clear Translucent Binder Dividers. They last a real long time and are easy to cut.
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Old 06-21-2011, 04:47 PM
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I use all kinds of things. I buy templates that I use a lot. I cut pieces of templates from plastic and I use freezer paper. Just depends on what I am doing. I might even use old folder paper or boxes...... I doubt I'll buy many more, but you never know.
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Originally Posted by featherweight
I use the disposal plastic cutting boards. They are 2 for a dollar at the dollar store and they are a little heavier than the mylar plastic that we spend over 2.00 for.. These work great!!!
Love your idea. Thanks for sharing. I have used lids (coffee cans, whipped topping) and cut with an x-acto knife.
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